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Micro Kelly

Hermès Black Lizard Micro Kelly Bag Charm with Twilly
Hermès Black Lizard Micro Kelly Bag Charm with Twilly

Hermès Black Lizard Micro Kelly Bag Charm with Twilly

By Hermès

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This Hermès Micro Kelly bag charm is crafted in sleek black lizard leather, offering a textured, glossy surface that feels refined and tactile.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Novelty Bags

Chanel 1998 Dark Brown Crocodile Micro Kelly Handbag
Chanel 1998 Dark Brown Crocodile Micro Kelly Handbag

Chanel 1998 Dark Brown Crocodile Micro Kelly Handbag

By Chanel

Located in San Francisco, CA

Chanel Micro Kelly Bag – 1998 Series 5 Dark brown crocodile with gold-tone CC turnlock.

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1990s Top Handle Bags

Hermès Micro Kelly 15 cm Sellier Red Leather Gold Hdw
Hermès Micro Kelly 15 cm Sellier Red Leather Gold Hdw

Hermès Micro Kelly 15 cm Sellier Red Leather Gold Hdw

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Exceptional and Adorable Authentic Hermès Micro Kelly Rare item, a must-have for any Hermès lovers Sellier Version (outside stitching) for a rigid shape, so chic !

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1990s French Top Handle Bags

Hermès Silver Micro Kelly Bag Pill Box
Hermès Silver Micro Kelly Bag Pill Box

Hermès Silver Micro Kelly Bag Pill Box

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Clasp perfectly works. A few micro scratches, nothing deep. Inside is clean.

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20th Century Unknown Top Handle Bags

Hermes Kelly 15 Micro Bag Sellier Black Box Leather Gold Hardware
Hermes Kelly 15 Micro Bag Sellier Black Box Leather Gold Hardware

Hermes Kelly 15 Micro Bag Sellier Black Box Leather Gold Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers an Limited edition Vintage Hermes Kelly 15 Micro Sellier bag featured in Black Heritage Box leather accentuated with Gold hardware.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel 1997 Rare Vintage Crocodile Alligator Top Handle Micro Mini Kelly Bag
Chanel 1997 Rare Vintage Crocodile Alligator Top Handle Micro Mini Kelly Bag

Chanel 1997 Rare Vintage Crocodile Alligator Top Handle Micro Mini Kelly Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Rare Chanel Vintage 90's Crocodile Alligator Top Handle Micro Mini Kelly Tote 1997 {VINTAGE 25 Years} Gold Hardware Interior zipper pocket Black Lambskin interior lining 8.5” H x ...

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1990s Italian Clutches

HERMES 2023 Hot Loafer leather palladium Kelly buckle chunky shoes EU38.5
HERMES 2023 Hot Loafer leather palladium Kelly buckle chunky shoes EU38.5

HERMES 2023 Hot Loafer leather palladium Kelly buckle chunky shoes EU38.5

By Hermès

Located in Hong Kong, NT

The loafers are in good condition, exhibiting minor creases across the toe box and light scuff marks and scratches on the black calfskin uppers from regular use. The palladium-plated...

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2010s Italian Brogues

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Hermès Micro Kelly 15 handbag strap in Bleu Celeste Epsom leather , PHW
Hermès Micro Kelly 15 handbag strap in Bleu Celeste Epsom leather , PHW

Hermès Micro Kelly 15 handbag strap in Bleu Celeste Epsom leather , PHW

By Hermès

Located in Paris, IDF

Exceptional​ ​&​ ​Extremely​ ​Rare​ ​Hermes​ ​Micro​ ​Kelly​ ​15​ ​cm​ ​sellier​ ​handbag​ ​strap​ ​in​ ​Bleu​ ​Céleste​ ​Epsom​ ​calf​ ​leather,​ ​with​ ​silver​ ​palladium​ ​metal​...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Hermès Micro Mini Kelly Twilly Charm Black Lizard GHW
Hermès Micro Mini Kelly Twilly Charm Black Lizard GHW

Hermès Micro Mini Kelly Twilly Charm Black Lizard GHW

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H 2.56 in W 1.97 in D 0.79 in

Hermès Micro Mini Kelly Twilly Charm Black Lizard GHW

By Hermès

Located in Antwerp, BE

The miniature micro Hermès Kelly bag will add the perfect finishing touch to every handbag.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermes Micro Kelly 15
Hermes Micro Kelly 15

Hermes Micro Kelly 15

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

An extremely rare piece, this pre-owned Micro Kelly 15 features a slim shoulder strap that can be worn as a small clutch, shoulder bag or draped on a larger sized bag allowing you to...

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Late 20th Century Top Handle Bags

Exceptional Rarest Hermès Mini Micro Kelly Bag Lizard Gold Hw 15 cm
Exceptional Rarest Hermès Mini Micro Kelly Bag Lizard Gold Hw 15 cm

Exceptional Rarest Hermès Mini Micro Kelly Bag Lizard Gold Hw 15 cm

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Exceptional Authentic Hermès Bag "Micro Kelly" Cutest Smallest Bag ever ! Super rare Made in France Stamp V in circle (1994 - Vintage) Made of Shiny Lizard and Gold Hardware C...

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1990s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

RARE Amazing Hermes Micro Kelly 15 cm Black Lizard GHW 3 ways Mini Bag
RARE Amazing Hermes Micro Kelly 15 cm Black Lizard GHW 3 ways Mini Bag

RARE Amazing Hermes Micro Kelly 15 cm Black Lizard GHW 3 ways Mini Bag

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

The picture is used as sizing reference. This rare Micro Kelly will come with its original vintage dustbag and box ( a bit damaged).

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1990s Top Handle Bags

1stdibs Exclusives Hermès Micro Kelly 15cm Rouge Courchevel Gold Hardware
1stdibs Exclusives Hermès Micro Kelly 15cm Rouge Courchevel Gold Hardware

1stdibs Exclusives Hermès Micro Kelly 15cm Rouge Courchevel Gold Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Sydney, New South Wales

1stdibs Exclusives from Three Over Six Brand: Hermès Style: Kelly Sellier Size: Micro 15cm Color: Rouge Leather: Courchevel Hardware: Gold Stamp: N 1993 Vintage excellent: This i...

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1990s French Top Handle Bags

1stdibs Exclusive Hermès Micro Kelly 15cm Rouge Chevre Palladium Hardware
1stdibs Exclusive Hermès Micro Kelly 15cm Rouge Chevre Palladium Hardware

1stdibs Exclusive Hermès Micro Kelly 15cm Rouge Chevre Palladium Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Sydney, New South Wales

1stdibs Exclusive From Three Over Six Brand: Hermès Style: Kelly Sellier Size: Micro 15cm Color: Rouge Leather: Chèvre Hardware: Palladium Stamp: N 2010 Vintage mint: The item is...

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2010s French Top Handle Bags

vintage GIANNI VERSACe white leather Medusa flap wristlet Kelly clutch bag
vintage GIANNI VERSACe white leather Medusa flap wristlet Kelly clutch bag

vintage GIANNI VERSACe white leather Medusa flap wristlet Kelly clutch bag

By Gianni Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

vintage GIANNI VERSACe white leather Medusa flap wristlet Kelly clutch bag Reference: TGAS/B01656 Brand: Gianni Versace Designer: Gianni Versace Model: Micro Kelly wristley Mate...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

vintage GIANNI VERSACe white leather Medusa flap wristlet Kelly clutch bag
vintage GIANNI VERSACe white leather Medusa flap wristlet Kelly clutch bag

vintage GIANNI VERSACe white leather Medusa flap wristlet Kelly clutch bag

By Gianni Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

vintage GIANNI VERSACe white leather Medusa flap wristlet Kelly clutch bag Reference: TGAS/B01656 Brand: Gianni Versace Designer: Gianni Versace Model: Micro Kelly wristley Mate...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Hermes Blue Indigo Alligator Mississippiensis Micro Mini Kelly Twill Charm
Hermes Blue Indigo Alligator Mississippiensis Micro Mini Kelly Twill Charm

Hermes Blue Indigo Alligator Mississippiensis Micro Mini Kelly Twill Charm

By Hermès

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Hermes Blue Indigo Alligator Mississippiensis Micro Mini Kelly Twill Charm Brand- Hermes Model- Micro Mini Kelly Twill Charm Product Type- Bag Accessory Accompanied By- Hermès Box, ...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermès Black Tadelkat Micro Mini Kelly Twilly Bag Charm 1H1027
Hermès Black Tadelkat Micro Mini Kelly Twilly Bag Charm 1H1027

Hermès Black Tadelkat Micro Mini Kelly Twilly Bag Charm 1H1027

By Hermès

Located in Dix hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: K (No Shape) Made In: France Measurements: Length: 2 " Width: 1 " Height: 2 " Charm Handle Drop: 7" Handle Drop: .5 " OVERALL EXCELLENT+ CONDITION ( 9.5/10...

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21st Century and Contemporary Other

Blue Hermes Kelly 28 Vintage
Blue Hermes Kelly 28 Vintage

Blue Hermes Kelly 28 Vintage

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Size: 28 x 21 x 11 cm

Blue Hermes Kelly 28 Vintage

By Hermès

Located in Paris, FR

Amazing vintage HERMES Kelly 28 black Sellier bag Condition: good Made in France Model: Kelly 28 sellier Material: box leather Interior: smooth leather Color: navy blue Dimensions: ...

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1970s French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Micro Kelly Charm Black Nilo Lizard Gold Hardware  NEW
Hermes Micro Kelly Charm Black Nilo Lizard Gold Hardware  NEW

Hermes Micro Kelly Charm Black Nilo Lizard Gold Hardware NEW

Located in New York, NY

100% authentic guaranteed Hermes Micro Kelly Charm Black Lizard Gold Hardware This micro mini Kelly charm is fully functional This iconic micro Kelly is an exact miniaturization o...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wallets and Small Accessories

Exceptional Hermès Vintage Micro Kelly 15 cm Sellier Bag Green Leather Gold Hdw
Exceptional Hermès Vintage Micro Kelly 15 cm Sellier Bag Green Leather Gold Hdw

Exceptional Hermès Vintage Micro Kelly 15 cm Sellier Bag Green Leather Gold Hdw

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Ssmallest and Cutest Authentic Hermès Bag Ever ! Called "Micro Kelly" The current "It bag" ! Sellier Version (outside stitching) for a rigid shape, so chic !

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Late 20th Century French Top Handle Bags

Hermès Black Tadelkat Micro Mini Kelly Twilly Bag Charm 2H414
Hermès Black Tadelkat Micro Mini Kelly Twilly Bag Charm 2H414

Hermès Black Tadelkat Micro Mini Kelly Twilly Bag Charm 2H414

By Hermès

Located in Dix hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: K (No Shape) Made In: France Measurements: Length: 2 " Width: 1 " Height: 2 " Charm Handle Drop: 7" Handle Drop: .5 " OVERALL EXCELLENT+ CONDITION ( 9.5/1...

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

HERMES Kelly Doll 2000 black brown swift leather PHW micro top handle bag rare
HERMES Kelly Doll 2000 black brown swift leather PHW micro top handle bag rare

HERMES Kelly Doll 2000 black brown swift leather PHW micro top handle bag rare

By Hermès

Located in Hong Kong, NT

HERMES Kelly Doll 2000 black brown swift leather PHW micro top handle bag rare Brand: Hermes Collection: 2000 Model Name / Style: Kelly Doll Material: Leather; Swift leather Color: B...

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Early 2000s French Novelty Bags

Hermes Black Lizard Micro Kelly Bag
Hermes Black Lizard Micro Kelly Bag

Hermes Black Lizard Micro Kelly Bag

Located in New York City, NY

Mini Kelly Bag

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Late 20th Century Accessories

Hermès Kelly Twilly Bag Charm  Lipstick Pink, GHW
Hermès Kelly Twilly Bag Charm  Lipstick Pink, GHW

Hermès Kelly Twilly Bag Charm Lipstick Pink, GHW

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

This Micro Kelly Twilly bag charm from Hermès is the smallest Kelly bag.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Novelty Bags

Hermes Kelly Handbag Rouge Vif Box Calf With Gold Hardware Micro
Hermes Kelly Handbag Rouge Vif Box Calf With Gold Hardware Micro

Hermes Kelly Handbag Rouge Vif Box Calf With Gold Hardware Micro

By Hermès

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 2", Height 5", Width 6", Depth 2", Strap Drop 18" Designer: Hermes Model: Kelly Handbag Rouge Vif Box Calf with Gold Hardware Mi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Hermès Mini Kelly Twilly Bag Charm, Bleu Izmir, Gold Hardware, Brand New
Hermès Mini Kelly Twilly Bag Charm, Bleu Izmir, Gold Hardware, Brand New

Hermès Mini Kelly Twilly Bag Charm, Bleu Izmir, Gold Hardware, Brand New

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

This Micro Mini Kelly Twilly bag charm from Hermès is the smallest Mini Kelly bag.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Novelty Bags

Chanel Micro Mini Kelly Flap Bag Vintage - off-white +leather gloves
Chanel Micro Mini Kelly Flap Bag Vintage - off-white +leather gloves

Chanel Micro Mini Kelly Flap Bag Vintage - off-white +leather gloves

By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel

Located in Baarn, NL

A vintage mini bag by Chanel, isn't she adorable?! It is the Chanel Mini Kelly Flap Bag in off-white lambskin leather. This cutie is fully quilted and has a rolled top handle and a ...

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1990s French Top Handle Bags

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Micro Kelly For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary micro kelly you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. If you’re looking for an option in Black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Red, Gold and more. Making the right choice when shopping for a micro kelly may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Hermès and Chanel each produced a popular version that is worth a look. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much is a Micro Kelly?

The price for a micro kelly starts at $285 and tops out at $50,000, and on average, selling for $19,367.

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